Major Flood
24 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
23 ft
Minor Flood
21 ft
Action Stage
19 ft
What Floods at Each Level
24 ft
Extensive flooding along the Cheyenne River with extensive inundation of structures and roads possible.
23 ft
Some inundation of structures and roads along the Cheyenne River are possible.
21 ft
Minor flood stage. Minor flooding of low lying areas along the Cheyenne River. Water will begin to surround the trees along the banks.
19 ft
Around this stage the river will begin to overflow the lower banks with water beginning to pond at the base of the tress along the banks.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2008 | 26.82 ft | 84,300 cfs |
| May 14, 2023 | 22.56 ft | — |
| May 12, 1920 | 18.9 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
EBSS2
River
Cheyenne River
County
Haakon, SD
Coordinates
44.6964°N, 101.2174°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cheyenne River near Eagle Butte?
The Cheyenne River near Eagle Butte gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06439500) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Cheyenne River near Eagle Butte?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cheyenne River near Eagle Butte is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cheyenne River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Cheyenne River near Eagle Butte to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Cheyenne River near Eagle Butte gauge located?
The gauge is located in Haakon County, South Dakota at coordinates 44.6964°N, 101.2174°W. USGS site number: 06439500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.